The Israeli military is investigating whether top Hamas leader Sinwar was killed in Gaza
Associated PressOCT 2024
Report: New Hamas Commander in Gaza Named
Above: Hamas militants and people gather to hand over of the bodies of four Israeli hostages in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip on February 20, 2025. Image copyright: Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
With so many of its leaders dead, Hamas is facing a crisis. It is unclear how long the group will be able to maintain itself as Israel continues to kill off its top commanders. However, it should be noted that the group has managed to replenish its numbers, demonstrating that Israel has not produced an effective strategy to destroy the group. Concessions must be made so that a ceasefire can be implemented and hostages are released.
Pro-Israel narrative
Israel has been saying since day one that Hamas uses Gaza's civilian population as human shields as it increasingly converts schools and hospitals into command and control centers. Indeed, Hamas is solely to blame for the destruction of Gaza and its impact on the civilian population, as it started this terrible war with the massacres of Oct. 7. Much like the Sinwar brothers before him, Israel will make quick work of Haddad.
Pro-Palestine narrative
Israel's spate of assassinations recently only provides further evidence that it is simply not interested in a ceasefire or ending the war. Hamas has consistently proved that it is capable of adapting to challenges, and its structure allows for dynamic leadership. Indeed, Palestinians will continue to resist Israel's genocide regardless of who leads Hamas.